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4th ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum

November 29, 2023

India and 10 ASEAN Member States (AMS) showcased unity at the launch of the 4th edition of the ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF). The event, graced by 200 participants, aims to strengthen the bond between India and AMS through ..

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WHO Highlights Alarming Rates of Violence Against Women Globally

November 28, 2023

The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Director for South-East Asia, Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, has drawn attention to the alarming prevalence of physical and/or sexual violence against women globally. Almost one in three women worldwide experiences such violence in her ..

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UK’s Colonial History Doubles Its Historical Emissions in Global Heating

November 28, 2023

Recent analysis reveals that the United Kingdom is responsible for nearly twice as much global heating as previously estimated when accounting for its colonial history. While the UK’s domestic emissions contribute to 3% of total world emissions dating back to ..

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Australia Plans to Regulate Digital Payment Services Like Apple Pay and Google Pay

November 28, 2023

Australia’s government has announced plans to regulate digital payment services, including Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other digital wallets. The move aims to bring these services under the same regulatory framework as credit cards and other traditional payment methods. This ..

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Malaysia Grants Visa-Free Entry to Indians

November 28, 2023

Close on the heels of Sri Lanka and Thailand, Malaysia is set to grant visa-free entry to Indians for stays of up to 30 days starting December 1, according to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Visa Exemption for Indians and ..

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Unraveling History: Diphtheria’s Cinematic Role in Ridley Scott’s Napoleon

November 27, 2023

In Ridley Scott’s upcoming cinematic saga, Napoleon, the life of Josephine Bonaparte, portrayed by Vanessa Kirby, takes center stage. The film delves into the intricacies of Josephine’s existence, marked by a prior marriage, the upheavals of the French Revolution, and ..

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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cantaloupes: One Dead, 17 Hospitalized in Canada

November 27, 2023

A salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes has resulted in one fatality and 17 hospitalizations in Canada, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). The outbreak has affected a total of 63 individuals across the country. In the United ..

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India and US to Simplify Antiquities Return Process with Cultural Property Agreement

November 27, 2023

India is on the verge of finalizing an agreement with the United States that simplifies the process for the return of stolen antiquities. The proposed Cultural Property Agreement (CPA) will shift the burden of proof from India to the US, ..

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Government Announces Mandatory Blending of Compressed Biogas (CBG) in CGD Sector

November 27, 2023

The Central government has unveiled a roadmap for the mandatory blending of compressed biogas (CBG) in the city gas distribution (CGD) sector, targeting the transportation and domestic segments. The decision was approved by the National Biofuels Coordination Committee (NBCC) during ..

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Indian Named the Chair of International Sugar Organisation for 2024

November 25, 2023

India, the largest consumer and the second-largest producer of sugar worldwide, has achieved a significant milestone by being named the Chair of the International Sugar Organisation (ISO) for the year 2024. This announcement was made during the 63rd council meeting ..

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